Held at Belgrade Waterfront, this year’s AskGamblers Awards combined a Charity Night, a padel tournament and a gala ceremony celebrating the standout brands and professionals of 2025.

The 9th AskGamblers Awards officially concluded on 11 June in Belgrade, Serbia, bringing together leading operators, providers, affiliates and industry professionals from across the iGaming world for two memorable days of celebration, competition and giving back.

From reconnecting with partners at the annual Charity Night to battling it out on the padel court and finally gathering for the prestigious Awards Gala, this year’s event once again highlighted the people, partnerships, and achievements that continue to shape the industry.

The celebrations began on 11 June with the traditional AskGamblers Charity Night, where industry leaders came together in support of a meaningful cause. Thanks to the generosity of AskGamblers’ partners and guests, a total of €137,000 was raised for charity, setting a record and continuing a tradition that has become one of the most important parts of the annual event.

The following day, guests swapped business meetings for friendly competition during the padel tournament. Whether skilled players or complete beginners, participants embraced the challenge with enthusiasm, creating an atmosphere filled with laughter, sportsmanship and plenty of memorable moments.

The festivities culminated on the evening of 11 June at the luxurious St. Regis Hotel in Belgrade, where the winners of the 9th AskGamblers Awards were officially revealed.

Driven by player nominations and votes, the AskGamblers Awards recognise excellence across some of the industry’s most important categories. Nominations and voting that ran on AskGamblers’ website allowed players to support their favourite brands, games and industry professionals.

The winners of the 9th AskGamblers Awards are:

Best Casino – 24Casino

Best New Casino – SafeCasino

Players’ Choice – SafeCasino

Best Manager – Dmitry Pasechnik from iWild

Best Partner – C24

Best Crypto Casino – CasCada Casino

Best New Slot – Backstreet Mayhem

Best Software Provider – Amusenet

AskGamblers Superstar Award – Pragmatic Play

The evening featured live entertainment, exceptional dining and light-hearted acceptance speeches as winners took the stage to celebrate their achievements alongside peers and partners.

Dijana Radunović, General Manager at AskGamblers, said: “The AskGamblers Awards continue to be one of the highlights of our year because they bring together everything we value most – our players, our partners, and our community. Seeing the industry unite not only to celebrate success but also to support charitable causes makes this event truly special.”

“We would like to thank everyone who participated in the nomination and voting process, as well as all our partners and guests who helped make this year’s Charity Night and Awards Gala such a success. Congratulations to all the winners, and we look forward to all the future events.”

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GAMOMAT has won Best Diverse Place to Work at the WIG Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2026, the company said on Monday 15th June, 2026. The award was presented at an event held last Friday at London’s Savoy Hotel.

According to the company, the Best Diverse Place to Work category recognises organisations “whose values support a diverse, motivated, and effective workforce.”

Dr Alex Krone, Managing Director at GAMOMAT, said: “GAMOMAT securing the Best Diverse Place to Work award against such a strong field is a proud recognition of the culture the company continues to build across the business. The award further reinforces our belief that creating an inclusive, supportive, and people-first environment drives stronger teams, stronger collaboration, and long-term success across the industry.”

GAMOMAT also received an individual award, with Lead Game Composer Iris Wallner named Employee of the Year. The company said the accolade recognises employees who demonstrate service orientation, innovation, open communication and team support, and noted Wallner’s work on “the award-nominated soundtrack for Dead Legion.”

Iris Wallner, Lead Game Composer at GAMOMAT, said: “Being named Employee of the Year is amazing and means a great deal to me. At GAMOMAT, creativity and collaboration go hand in hand, and I’m fortunate to work alongside talented people who constantly inspire and support one another. Bringing game worlds to life through music is something I’m deeply passionate about, so to receive this recognition for doing what I love is truly rewarding.”

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Betano owner repeats wins for Sportsbook Operator of the Year and Casino Operator of the Year at the Fort Lauderdale ceremony on 10 June.

Kaizen Gaming has won both “Sportsbook Operator of the Year – Latin America” and “Casino Operator of the Year – Latin America” at the SBC Awards Americas 2026, repeating the double from last year. The ceremony was held on Wednesday, 10 June, during SBC Summit Americas in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The operator, which owns the Betano online sports betting and gaming brand, said the awards reflect its continued performance across Latin America. The company positioned Betano as a leading regional brand, citing market presence in Brazil and other South American markets including Argentina and Peru.

Christos Tzalavras, Kaizen Gaming’s Chief Product Officer, said: “We are very happy about this distinction, especially since it recognizes our focus on providing our customers with the best possible experience, both through our Sportsbook and our Casino offerings. And of course, it’s equally important that these awards concern the Latin American region, which has totally embraced us and to which we owe a large part of our success. With the World Cup now upon us, South America is a hugely strategic region for the industry, and we remain committed to setting new standards for innovation, trust, and customer experience.”

In the same announcement, Kaizen Gaming pointed to its sports marketing footprint in the region and wider international visibility ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Betano has been named an Official Tournament Supporter for Europe and South America, and has also been announced as an Official Regional Sponsor of the Argentine National Football Team. The company is also an Official Partner of CONMEBOL, with the partnership beginning around CONMEBOL Copa America2024 and continuing into subsequent competitions.

Kaizen Gaming also highlighted a recent acquisition aimed at product development. Earlier this year, it acquired GameplAI, a provider of AI-powered sports trading and analytics, which Kaizen said will be integrated into Betano to enhance sports trading, player markets and performance analytics.

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